ERMELO – Male and female models of different ages showcased a variety of outfits at the Gert Sibande District Fashion Show at Msukaligwa Town Hall on October 24.

Presented by Nathi Bless Mpumalanga Fashion Week under the theme “Fashion. Culture. Creativity. One Stage.”, the event brought together designers, crafters, creative entrepreneurs, parents, stakeholders and community members.

Photos | Supplied/Nathi Bless

The showcase celebrated the cultural diversity of the district through fashion and contemporary African design, while providing local creatives with an opportunity to display their work.

Beyond the runway, the event highlighted the potential of the fashion industry to support entrepreneurship, small businesses and employment. It also formed part of broader efforts to create opportunities for emerging and established creatives in Mpumalanga.

Organisers acknowledged the contributions of participants, parents, production team members, partners, sponsors and community members who helped make the event possible.

Read more in the Highvelder’s print edition about the event and its wider implications for the district’s creative industry.